{"product_id":"hoshizaki-km161bwj","title":"Hoshizaki KM161BWJ 24 inch Crescent Cuber Icemaker with up to 157 lb Daily Production, 78 lb Capacity, Water-Cooled, EverCheck Alert System, CycleSaver Design, in Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe KM-161BWJ icemaker produces approximately 157 lbs of crescent cubed ice and features an undercounter, water-cooled design with a built-in storage bin that holds up to 78 lbs of ice. This makes it an excellent choice for small bars, hotel lobbies, and office break rooms. The unit incorporates CycleSaver technology and the EverCheck alert system, ensuring easy maintenance. It operates on a single-phase, 115v\/60\/1 electrical connection and comes with a 6.5 ft cord featuring a NEMA 5-15 plug. The airflow is designed for front in, front out. 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